Pietra
“Stone”
Italian origin · Girl name
#9419US 2024
11Births / yr
↑Rising
160All-time births
📅 Since 196800
How to pronounce Pietra
PEYE·itr·AH
/ˈpaɪ.ɪtr.ˈɑ/ · stress on PEYE · 2 syllables
“Stone”
Italian origin · Girl name
What does Pietra mean and where does it come from?
Pietra is an Italian feminine form of the name Peter (Pietro in Italian), derived from the Latin word 'petrus,' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' This name connotes strength and stability. Its use can be traced back to Christian texts, where the Apostle Peter was known as 'the rock' upon which the Church w
Cultural significance
Pietra has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of stone.
Peak popularity
Reached #7077 in 2019 — currently #9419 in the US.
How popular is Pietra right now?
Rising fast — up 3708 spots — currently #9419 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Pietra
Pietra is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1968. With 149 total births recorded, Pietra remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9955 in 2010, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13127 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Pietra in 2019:
Pietra by decade
Pietra peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | |
| 2000s | 33 | |
| 2010s ★ | 103 | |
| 2020s | 19 |
Pietra has only 149 total recorded births since 1968 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Pietra?
BULGARIAN
PenkaPetiaPetya
ENGLISH
Petrina
FRENCH
PerrinePierrette
ITALIAN
PierinaPietrina
How is Pietra written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Pietra?
Pjetër ALBANIANBotros ARABICBoutros ARABICButrus ARABICBedros ARMENIANPetros ARMENIANPeio BASQUEPeru BASQUEPetri BASQUEPetros BIBLICAL GREEKPetrus BIBLICAL LATINPeter BIBLICALPer BRETONPerig BRETONPierrick BRETONPenko BULGARIANPetar BULGARIANPere CATALANBotros COPTICBoutros COPTICButrus COPTICPetru CORSICANPejo CROATIANPerica CROATIANPero CROATIANPetar CROATIANPetr CZECHPeder DANISHPeer DANISHPer DANISHPeter DANISHPeter DUTCHPetrus DUTCHPier DUTCHPiet DUTCHPieter DUTCHBRITISH(Piers ENGLISHPeers ENGLISHPete ENGLISHPeter ENGLISHPetro ESPERANTOPeeter ESTONIANPetur FAROESEPekka FINNISHPetri FINNISHPetteri FINNISHPietari FINNISHPierre FRENCHPierrick FRENCHPitter FRISIANPetre GEORGIANPeter GERMANPetrus GERMANPetros GREEKPika HAWAIIANPéter HUNGARIANPeti HUNGARIANPétur ICELANDICPeadar IRISHPiaras IRISHPier ITALIANPierino ITALIANPiero ITALIANPietro ITALIANPit LIMBURGISHPitter LIMBURGISHPetras LITHUANIANPece MACEDONIANPetar MACEDONIANPetre MACEDONIANPetera MAORIPiers MEDIEVAL FRENCHPetruccio MEDIEVAL ITALIANPeder NORWEGIANPeer NORWEGIANPer NORWEGIANPeter NORWEGIANPetter NORWEGIANPèire OCCITANPetru OLD CHURCH SLAVICPiotr POLISHPedrinho PORTUGUESEPedro PORTUGUESEPetre ROMANIANPetrică ROMANIANPetru ROMANIANPetia RUSSIANPetya RUSSIANPyotr RUSSIANPedru SARDINIANPeadar SCOTTISHPejo SERBIANPerica SERBIANPero SERBIANPetar SERBIANPeter SLOVAKPeter SLOVENEPedro SPANISHPeder SWEDISHPeer SWEDISHPehr SWEDISHPelle SWEDISHPer SWEDISHPeter SWEDISHPetter SWEDISHPierre SWEDISHPetro UKRAINIANPedr WELSHPearce ENGLISHPierce ENGLISH
Common questions about the name Pietra
What does the name Pietra mean?
Pietra means "Stone" — a name rooted in Italian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Pietra?
Pietra is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Pietra?
Pietra originates from Italian tradition. Italian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Pietra?
Pietra is a two-syllable name pronounced PEYE-itr-AH. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
Is Pietra a common or rare name?
Pietra is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.